Year after year, I am asked by parents what they should get or suggest to others for holiday gifts. While they want the gifts to …
Building Blocks of Play
Building/Construction ToysThis is one of my favorite sections to complete each year. While there are several items that are always on there, I have included …
For The Budding Artist
One of my favorite things to recommend to families for gifts are arts and crafts kits or activity books. Not only are they great for …
The Little Things….Stocking Stuffers and Other Little Gifts
Small Gifts/Stocking StuffersPeople are always on the lookout for small gifts or stocking stuffers that won’t clutter up your house. There are also a lot …
Let’s Get Social
Social Emotional ToysIn the last couple of years, I have become more and more interested in finding products that help with social emotional learning. I’ve …
Jump for Joy!
As many of you have noticed, the holiday gift guides and catalogues are starting to clog up our inbox and mailbox. For the most part, …
It’s All About the Self-Care Skills
Whenever I tell people what I do as an occupational therapist, I tell them I get to play with some of New York City’s coolest …
Drawing For Two
If you have read my blog, you will know that one of my favorite things is a good coloring or activity book. I have a …
What’s App-2016
One of questions I get quite often from parents, especially before a big trip, is “what apps do you recommend for my child?”. While there …